Career in forensics

Hello sir I would like to know about the career prospectus in forensic science so please provide me suitable information about the same.

[Shaleen]

A career in forensic science requires a bachelor's degree at a minimum. Forensic scientists may specialize in a wide range of scientific disciplines.

Careers in Forensic Science

1. Forensic Science Technician

Forensic science technicians are the utility players of the forensic science field.

They assist in the collection of evidence, conduct analysis and help investigate crime scenes.

2. Bloodstain Pattern Analyst

Popularized by the television series Dexter, bloodstain pattern analyze patterns in blood to help glean important clues about various crimes.

3. Forensic Ballistics Expert

When detectives need help tracing a bullet back to a gun or identifying the type of firearm used, they call on forensic ballistics experts.

These experts in all things related to firearms provide crucial analysis at complex scenes, helping investigators identify the trajectory of fired rounds to find a point of origin.

4. Forensic DNA Analyst

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis is gaining more and more prominence in criminology and forensic science.

DNA analysts compare DNA samples taken from suspects and victims to determine whether or not someone was present at a crime scene

5. Polygraph Examiner

Polygraph examiners are specially trained to conduct examinations using the "lie detector" and provide analysis of the results.

Polygraph examiners undergo lengthy training to hone their skills, and they are often used in internal administrative investigations

6. Forensic Documents Examiner

They use their expertise to identify forgeries of contracts, checks, bank statements and other documents and electronic records.

They can also determine the validity of a signature through handwriting analysis and even find out the relative age of a document.

7. Digital Forensics Experts and Forensic Computer Investigators

The digital can be essential in successful prosecution of electronic crimes.

Forensic computer investigators may work for law enforcement agencies or on a contractual basis, and their earning potential is quite large due to the increasing demand.

8. Forensic Toxicologist

forensic toxicologists help investigators identify causes of death to include poisons, chemicals, and intoxicating substances.

They assist in the prosecution of DUI and DWI arrests and can detect the presence of drugs or alcohol in a suspect or victim's blood stream.

9. Forensic Accountant

Forensic accountants can earn more than $100,000 per year, and should have at a minimum a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting.

10. Forensic Anthropologist

Forensic anthropologists often work at colleges and universities and provide assistance to law enforcement entities on an as-needed, contractual basis.